Things To See & Do
Visit Derby offers a wide selection of things to see and do. Embark on a remarkable journey through Derby's vibrant tapestry of bookable experiences, captivating attractions, thrilling activities, mesmerising entertainment, enriching arts and culture, and irresistible shopping delights. Unleash your wanderlust and immerse yourself in a city brimming with endless opportunities. Plan your visit to Derby today and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime
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Featured Things to See and Do
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Explore Derby’s 300-year history of making and enjoy events and activities for families to enjoy together.
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Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Moorways Sports Village and Water Park combines a water park and leisure centre with the Moorways Stadium, creating a fantastic sports and…
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Meet the animals, enjoy indoor and outdoor play and taste delicious artisan ice cream on the fabulous farm park.
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A vibrant hub of retail, entertainment and dining, and home to some of the world’s biggest brands.
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The Heights of Abraham is just a 30 minutes drive or direct train ride from Derby, where you can take the spectacular cable car ride to the…
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Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Discover the birthplace of the modern factory system in the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, the only UNESCO inscribed World…
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Bookable Experiences
Visit Derby is the ultimate destination for booking unforgettable experiences in the heart of England. From sporting activities to exciting new things to try, it's all here - come explore!
Tours & Trails
White Peak Distillery
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Denby Museum Experience
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Pottery Village
Made in Derby
Made in Derby is a trail of mosaic and cast iron plaques celebrating the the lives of people who have had a huge impact on the city and who have helped Derby to make it's mark on the world.
Discover our Rich Heritage
Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about the city’s past, Visit Derby can provide you with all the information you need about Derby’s rich heritage. Uncover the stories that have shaped this great city.
History & Heritage
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Heritage Centre
Midland Railway Study Centre
Derby Gaol
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Letterpress Workshops
Derby Computer Museum
St Werburgh's Chapel
Kedleston Hall
Derby Cathedral
The Bridge Chapel
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Riverboat Trips
Bolsover Castle, English Heritage
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
East Midlands Aeropark
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Pickford's House
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
White Peak Distillery
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Banks Mill Studios
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Derby Computer Museum
Artcore
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Midland Railway Study Centre
Kedleston Hall
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Royal Crown Derby at Bamfords Auctioneers
Denby Museum Experience
Famous Trains Model Railway
East Midlands Aeropark
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Pottery Village
Shopping
Food & Drink Activities
Articles & Guides
Family Time
You know how hard it can be to keep the whole family entertained. Well Derby has something for everyone! From free museums, top indoor shopping, cinemas, parks and lots of festivals.
Family Friendly
Bluebells
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Derby Arena
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Go Ape Buxton
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Crich Tramway Village
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Chaddesden Park
ODEON Luxe Derby
Locko Park
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Derby Cathedral
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
Bass' Recreation Ground
Letterpress Workshops
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Freddy's Play Kingdom
Derby Arboretum
Explore the Outdoors
Visit Derby offers access to green and open spaces that are perfect for leisure activities such as walking and cycling or even Peregrine Falcon spotting. With so much to explore, you'll never run out of things to do!
Adventure & Outdoors
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Go Ape Buxton
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Market Place
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Derby Riverboat Trips
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Kedleston Hall
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Chaddesden Park
Alvaston Park
Locko Park
Markeaton Park
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Allestree Park Derby
Bass' Recreation Ground
Darley Park
Cathedral Green
Chester Green
Electric Daisy
Derby Arboretum
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Kedleston Hall
BMX at Alvaston Park
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Chatsworth
Alton Towers Resort
Mercia Marina
Twycross Zoo
The National Forest
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Go Ape Buxton
Escape Derby Gaol
Derby Rugby Football Club
Freddy's Play Kingdom
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Megazone Derby
Laser Quest Derby
Infinity Parks Derby
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
The Escape Room Guys
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Unescapable Escape Rooms
BMX at Alvaston Park
S3 Padel Derby
The Climbing Unit
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Into the Evening
Discover the thrills of Derby and all its attractions with Visit Derby! We offer you the best of everything - from bustling street food markets to thrilling nightlife, and accommodation for a comfortable stay.
Entertainment
Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Glory Holes Derby
Alpha Pro Creative
The Old Bell Hotel
Derby Theatre
Bustler Derby
Blacksmiths Lounge
The Flowerpot
The Hairy Dog
ODEON Luxe Derby
Derby QUAD & Cinema
The Venue
BlueNote
Genting Club Riverlights
Vaillant Live
The Blessington Carriage
Dubrek Studios
Showcase Cinema De Lux
Electric Daisy
Arts & Culture
Purple Flag
Derby are delighted to retain Purple Flag 2024 status for another year. The accreditation for its evening and night-time economy (ENTE) is similar to the Blue Flag for beaches and aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between the hours of 5pm to 5am.
Featured Accommodation
The Nightingale Quarter is a service orientated alternative to mainstream hotel offerings for short-stays. The 42 one-bedroom and 10…
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The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
The friendly and attentive staff at our 50 bedroom Hotel aim to make your stay in our hotel facilities as pleasurable as possible, they are…
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Family run B&B set in a traditional Victorian house. Located 1 mile from Derby city centre, with close links to Derby University and the…
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